Geopolitics ❯ Asia-Pacific ❯ China

Military Expansion

Regional Security South China Sea Nuclear Capabilities Japan's Response Regional Tensions Maritime Strategy Maritime Security Strategic Competition

Japan Authorizes Lethal Arms Exports to Vetted Partners

Tokyo targets a larger role in allied defense supply chains under tight National Security Council controls.

Australia Finalizes Mogami Frigate Contract With Japan for First Three Ships

U.S., Japan Set Resolute Dragon 25 for Sept. 11–25 With Integrated Missile Forces